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Inspection Detail
Note: The following inspection has not been indicated as closed. OSHA citation items will be posted 30 (thirty) days after the employer receives the citation(s), except in cases of significant public interest. Posted citation items reflect any amendments to citations that are the result of a prompt settlement, which OSHA encourages. Employers and employee representatives will continue to receive copies of the citation(s) upon issuance.
Inspection: 1772602.015 - Rfx2024xmb431x0068 - Rural/Metro Corporation
Inspection Information - Office: Arizona Division Of Occupational Safety And Health (Adosh)
Site Address:
Rfx2024xmb431x0068 - Rural/Metro Corporation
3579 North Commerce Drive
Tucson, AZ 85705
Mailing Address:
3579 North Commerce Drive, Tucson, AZ 85705
Union Status: NonUnion
SIC:
NAICS: 922160/Fire Protection
Inspection Type: Referral
Scope: Partial
Advanced Notice: N
Ownership: Private
Safety/Health: Safety
Close Conference: 08/29/2024
Emphasis: S:Heatsep
Case Closed:
| Type | Activity Nr | Safety | Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Referral | 2207042 | Yes | Yes |
Investigation Summary
At 5:05 p.m. on August 13, 2024, during firefighter training exercises, Employee #1, wearing 1.5 walk-in personal protective equipment (PPE) but without a mask or hood, was overcome by heat. The heat-related illness and dehydration were caused by sun exposure, heat, and humidity. Emergency medical services were called, and Employee #1 was hospitalized for treatment.
Keywords: Dehydration, Heat, Heat Exhaustion, Heat index, Heat-related illness , Overexposure, Overheated, PPE, Unconsciousness, Unresponsive
| # | Inspection | Age | Sex | Degree of Injury | Nature of Injury | Occupation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1772602.015 | 26 | M | Fatality | Occupation not reported |